Nov 25 2024 28 mins
Cookie, Hot dog, Penis or Vagina? What's your approach when discussing body parts with your kids?
In this episode of Milk and Madness, we dive into the important and sometimes awkward topic of how to talk to our kids about their private parts. We explore whether to use anatomical terms or fun nicknames, the significance of setting boundaries, and how to teach kids about personal safety. Sharing our personal experiences, we highlight the importance of creating an open environment where children feel comfortable discussing sensitive issues, including potential abuse.
What we discussed:
00:00 Welcome to Milk and Manners
00:19 Introducing the Topic: Talking to Kids About Private Parts
01:04 Personal Upbringings and Family Approaches
02:54 Navigating Conversations with Kids
09:13 Teaching Boundaries and Safety
22:58 The Importance of Using Correct Terminology
27:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Resources:
My Body, My Choice: Teaching Kids Consent by Crystal Hardstaff
My Body is Mine by Crystal Hardstaff
C is for Consent by Eleanor Morrison
My Body Belongs to Me from My Head to My Toes by Dagmar Geisler
Yes! No!: A First Conversation About Consent by Jessica Ralli and Megan Madison
Don't Hug Doug (He Doesn't Like It) by Carrie Finison
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Nhi & Dee
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